A Brand-New Luxury Hilton Hotel Is Opening in Karaka South of Auckland This Week

Boasting a cocktail bar, a pool and celeb chef Mark Southon at the restaurant's helm, this luxe new hotel offering is just 25 minutes out of the city.

New Zealand Is Scrapping Outdoor Gathering Limits, Vaccine Passes and Easing Indoor Density Caps From Friday

A big shake-up to the rules at red is set to be welcome news for festival organisers and hospitality owners.

Win a Five-Night Stay in a Luxury Brisbane Penthouse and $5000 Spending Money

Spend five nights in the penthouse suite of Kokoda's new Brisbane property with your own private chef, plus $5000 for a shopping spree.

Brisbane Is Now Home to a 140-Metre-Long Flying Fox Inspired by the Myer Centre's Old Dragon Coaster

Strap in eight metres above the ground — and zoom around both indoors and outdoors — on this new electric flying fox in Tingalpa.

Bali Has Reopened to Australian and NZ Tourists Without Quarantine If You're Dreaming of a Holiday

Since early March, Bali has implemented a Visa on Arrival program for double-vaccinated visitors — with COVID-19 tests required before departing, and upon arrival at the airport.

A Virtual Worldwide Easter Egg Hunt Is Taking Place on Google Maps Right Now

Back for a second year, this online hunt lets you hide virtual eggs, then provide clues to help your friends and family find them.

Buses Will Replace Trains on All Lines Through the Brisbane CBD Over the Easter Long Weekend

The city's rail lines will close down over Easter due to track work, impacting all routes through town.

Slöwe Studio Is the New North Shore Wellness Space Offering Infrared Saunas and Ice Baths

Looking to chill out? This new immersion-therapy centre in Takapuna will allow you to do just that, thanks to a combination of infrared heat and icy-cold water.

Eight Immersive Cultural Experiences You Can Have in Upstate New York

A historical castle, modern design haven and a museum devoted to Lucille Ball — that's just a taste of what culture vultures can discover beyond New York City.

Your Second Summer

A Weekend Road Trip Guide to Bendigo and the Goldfields

With plenty to see and do, Central Victoria's historic Goldfields region might just be your new favourite road trip destination.

Eight Incredible Ways to Experience Victoria's Surf Coast on Your Next Coastal Road Trip

Don't let the name fool you — there are plenty of ways to experience the Surf Coast that go beyond the world-class beaches.

The Victorian Government Is Giving Out 140,000 $200 Travel Vouchers for Getaways Across the State

Spend at least $400 on a Victorian getaway this autumn — on accommodation, tours and experiences — and you can score $200 back.

Maniax Is Opening Its Biggest Viking-Themed Axe-Throwing Joint Yet in Marrickville Next Month

The group's second Sydney outpost will cater to 350 axe-throwing punters, and also feature a bar with a chalet-style fireplace.

Welcome to Lexton, Victoria, Where You'll Find Wine Country and Australia's Biggest Bush Doof

This tiny town in Victoria's Pyrenees region punches well above its weight when it comes to outdoor experiences.

Riverfire Is Moving Its Spring Fireworks Show to the Beginning of September This Year

Brisbane Festival's annual fireworks display will start the 2022 event, rather than end it.

Ten Incredible Australian Islands for When You Want to Get Off the Mainland

You don't need to travel to Bali or Thailand to have an island holiday — these adventurous and relaxing spots are just off the coast of Australia.

Inner South Day and Night Guide

Canberra's inner south is known for its prestige, and is teeming with young professionals and families. It's a hub of trendy restaurants and bars, lively cafes, lush gardens and prominent tourist sites.

Inner North Day and Night Guide

It's no surprise Canberra's inner north has become a popular area for both locals and visitors to spend time. Not only does it boast a thriving arts and culture scene but it also has top-notch food and drink options at every turn.

Double-Vaccinated Australians Will Be Able to Holiday in New Zealand From Mid-April

Keen on a trip across the ditch? NZ is reopening its borders to double-vaccinated tourists, without isolation, from next month.

New Zealand Is Reopening Its Borders to Double-Vaccinated Tourists Next Month

Australian holidaymakers will be able to arrive in NZ without isolating from mid-April, before tourists from visa waiver countries follow suit in May.

A Retro Rollerskating Festival with DJs, Derbies and Rollerfit Classes Is Coming to Darling Harbour

For a month from late-March, Darling Harbour will be home to a pop-up roller rink — and a heap of skating sessions.

The Facialist Has Brought Back Its Facial in a Box to Turn Your Home Into a Spa During Iso

Light a candle, put on the team's specially curated Spotify playlist and turn your bathroom into a spa-like haven.

You and Your Mates Can Rent This Entire Brisbane Hotel for a Vodka-Fuelled Stay for a Cool $49,999

Grey Goose is taking over Spring Hill's The Inchcolm by Ovolo — and if you're feeling flush, you and at least 39 of your besties can stay and sip there.

A Second Super Nintendo Theme Park Will Open in 2023 So You Can Play 'Mario Kart' IRL in Hollywood

You'll soon have two Nintendo-themed amusement parks to visit, with the new addition to Universal Studios Hollywood joining its sibling site in Osaka.

Five Things to See and Do in the Murray Border Town of Tocumwal

Stroll through an ancient forest or while away an afternoon on an inland beach in this fascinating Murray border town.

Seven Reasons Cunnamulla Is the Ideal Spot for a Quintessential Outback Adventure

In this pocket of southwest Queensland, you can work at an outback station and go for river swims.

The Town with No Street Names: Why You Should Take a Trip to Lightning Ridge, NSW

Join a dinosaur dig, fossick for opals or take a selfie with an 18-metre-tall emu made from car bonnets in this fascinating outback town.

Six Things to Eat, See and Do in the Blue Mountains This Autumn

Need to escape the city? Celebrate the changing of the seasons at a four-week-long event taking over the Blue Mountains this month.

Miss Midgley's Is James Street's New Five-Apartment Hotel Inside a Heritage-Listed Ex-Schoolhouse

The striking New Farm building dates back to the 1860s, and now boasts five self-contained rooms, plus a pool, tropical garden and sundeck.

We're Giving Away an Eco-Conscious Trip to Tropical North Queensland for You and a Mate (or Date)

A tropical holiday that gives back — on us.

Green Playground

Tropical North Queensland is the destination that should be perched at the top of your responsible travel hit list.

Here's What Makes Tropical North Queensland the Ideal Destination For Eco-Conscious Travellers

It turns out that it's quite easy being green.

Ten First Nations-Led Activities to Experience in Tropical North Queensland

Seize the opportunity to experience Tropical North Queensland through the eyes of the Traditional Land Owners.

Eight Ways to Experience the Great Barrier Reef That Help Protect its Natural Beauty

Planning a trip to the Reef? Here's how you can do it responsibly.

Nine Ways to Explore the Rainforest Responsibly in Tropical North Queensland

The world's oldest rainforest is brimming with eco-friendly ways to experience it.

Seventeen Charming Farm Stays You Can Book in Regional Victoria

It's been a long time between overseas trips, but now you can finally start daydreaming about booking one of these relaxing and serene farmhouse stays in rural Aussie.

Famed Tassie Winery Devil's Corner Has Unveiled Its Ambitious Cellar Door Makeover

More than double its original size, with a fresh fitout by Cumulus Studio, the new-look cellar door helps cement the winery's status as one of the region’s must-visit wine-sipping destinations.

The NZ Government Just Announced It's Shortening the COVID-19 Isolation Period to a Week

But don't go running out your front door just yet — the new rules don't come into effect until midnight on Friday.

Brisbane City Council Is Keeping the City's Parking Meters Switched Off Until the End of March

To help Brisbane get back on its feet after the floods, metered street parking will remain free for another month.

Five National Park Natural Wonders to Discover Near Sydney

Next time you're looking for an excuse to get out and take in some nature, make a day trip to one of these natural wonders.

Sixty-Thousand South Australian Travel Vouchers Are Up for Grabs If You're Keen on an Autumn Getaway

$100 and $200 vouchers are on offer for tours and experiences in SA — but you'll need to head south by the end of May.